Strasbourg defender Mamadou Sarr has officially transferred to Chelsea, as confirmed by Racing Club de Strasbourg. The move sees Sarr, who joined Strasbourg last summer, heading to the London club owned by BlueCo, the same entity that owns RCSA.
After just one season with Racing, the club announced Sarr's departure in a statement, highlighting his significant impact during his time in Alsace. The club initially hailed Sarr's arrival from Olympique Lyonnais as a major coup in the transfer market, recognizing him as one of the brightest prospects in his position.
Sarr made 28 appearances for Racing, including 27 starts in Ligue 1. He distinguished himself as one of only two defenders under the age of 20 to achieve such a high number of starts in a single season for the club. His consistent performances and rapid development quickly established him as a reliable asset for Racing throughout the season.
The club expressed their gratitude to Mamadou Sarr for his contributions and wished him well in his future career. This transfer reflects BlueCo's strategy of moving promising young talent between their clubs, providing players like Sarr with opportunities at a higher level.
Doukouré Also on Chelsea's Radar
Meanwhile, Chelsea is also reportedly interested in Ismaël Doukouré, another Strasbourg player. BlueCo has apparently offered Doukouré a proposal involving a transfer to Chelsea. Doukouré, who plays as a defender and midfielder, has attracted interest from several English and German clubs.
Chelsea is aiming to finalise their squad for the upcoming season before focusing on the Club World Cup. Doukouré's contract with Strasbourg has only one year remaining, making him an attractive target in the transfer market. He has been a crucial part of Liam Rosenior's Strasbourg team, demonstrating his versatility and importance to the squad.
These potential moves underscore BlueCo's strategy to strategically develop and deploy young talent across their network of clubs, potentially benefiting both Strasbourg and Chelsea in the long run.